BREAKING: NOLLYWOOD ACTOR, CJAY IS DEAD

Fast-Rising Nollywood Actor Cjay Passes Away in Lagos

The Nollywood film industry has been thrown into mourning following the sudden passing of fast rising actor Chijioke Temidayo Nwokafor, widely known by his fans as Cjay or CJay Nwoks.

The actor passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at an undisclosed hospital located in the Badore area of Lagos State. At this time, official details and concrete information regarding the specific cause of his sudden death have not yet been established or released by his immediate family or medical officials. Furthermore, information regarding his survivors and funeral arrangements remains private as his family processes the loss.

The heartbreaking news was first confirmed by his colleague, actress and filmmaker Nkechi Blessing Sunday. In a visibly devastating and emotional video shared on her Instagram page from the hospital grounds, she expressed her deep shock and grief.

Industry Impact and Cancelled Premieres

Cjay's untimely passing has caused immediate ripples across the Nollywood release calendar.

Nkechi Blessing Sunday officially cancelled the upcoming release of her new film, Egusi Ogbono, in which Cjay was cast as the lead actor.

In her emotional broadcast, she stated she was in no condition to proceed with promotional activities, writing, "Cjay this was never the plan... unfortunately I won't be dropping my movie anymore".

A native of Awka, Anambra State, Cjay was based in Lagos and began his professional Nollywood acting career in 2021. Despite his relatively short time in the industry, he built a strong, diverse portfolio and quickly became a familiar face on Nigerian screens. He was celebrated for his dynamic performances across a wide array of productions, starring in notable films such as:

* Bestbet

* Escape From Vows

* 365 Days Couple

* Larry Cold

* Mum Overnight

* A Day To My Wedding

* The Lies She Tells

* What Time Left

As fans flood social media to express their disbelief and sorrow, many have found themselves returning to Cjay's final Instagram post, which has now taken on a deeply poignant tone. Prior to his passing, the actor shared a message of gratitude and presence, writing: "Life's too short to be unhappy, live every minute like it's your last. LIVE, LOVE, LAUGH".

MovieWorld extends its deepest condolences to Chijioke Temidayo Nwokafor's family, friends, and the entire Nollywood community dur

ing this difficult time.